Tragedy in Poonch: Landslide Hits School
A landslide triggered by heavy rain in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed the life of a young student and injured five at a government school. Officials, including LG Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah, expressed their condolences and ensured support to the affected families.
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A devastating landslide struck a government school in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, leading to the tragic death of a student and injuries to five others.
The incident, precipitated by heavy overnight rain, saw a large boulder crash into the school's roof, resulting in a harrowing scene.
Local leaders, including Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, expressed their sympathies and vowed to assist the victims' families and ensure a comprehensive investigation into the tragedy.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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